Accelerator Program Switzerland

Based at uptownBasel at the heart of European deep tech innovation.

Switzerland is more than scenic mountains and precision watches. It’s one of the world’s most innovation-driven countries, combining academic strength, business-friendliness, and global access. Strategically located at the center of Europe, Switzerland offers direct access to both EU and global markets. It connects startups to key industrial and financial hubs - making it an ideal base for Quantum AI ventures with global ambition.

Why Switzerland?
A Strategic Launchpad in the Heart of Europe

Where Research and Industry Collaborate

Switzerland stands out for its strong academic foundations and industry presence in Pharmaceuticals, Banking and Financial Services, Precision Manufacturing, and Digital Innovation, amongst others. Startups benefit from proximity to:

  • Leading institutions like ETH Zurich, EPFL, PSI, and the University of Basel

  • Global life science leaders around Basel

  • The financial powerhouse of Zurich, home to tech-forward banks and venture capital firms

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Your Home Base: uptownBasel

Our Swiss accelerator hub is located at uptownBasel, a cutting-edge innovation campus designed for industrial transformation, providing:

  • Modern workspace among fellow Quantum, AI, and Advanced Computing teams

  • Immediate access to QAI’s network of mentors, advisors, and investors

  • Connections to partner labs, R&D facilities, and infrastructure testbeds

  • On-campus collaboration opportunities with academic institutions and research-driven corporates

Meet the Accelerator Team in Switzerland

The QAI Ventures team at uptownBasel brings together technical depth, founder experience, and strategic focus. They’ll be your guides from day one: as mentors, connectors, and sparring partners.

Curious about the vibe in the Accelerator Program?

Each time we welcome a new cohort to the Accelerator Program, we invite the Quantum Community, mentors, and QAI Ventures partners to join us for the Opening. That’s one of the best moments to get a feel for the unique vibe at QAI Ventures.

Watch as we kick off Accelerator Batch III in Switzerland.

Supported by mentors
from around the globe

Founders in the Switzerland program benefit from direct access to an experienced, hands-on mentor base located in and around Basel. You’ll get personalized input throughout the program, whether it’s refining your GTM strategy, navigating IP, or prepping your next funding round.

What Founders say about the QAI Ventures Accelerator

Apply to the Accelerator Program in Switzerland

Our Swiss cohorts are selected on a rolling basis, with limited spots per batch. If you're ready to build in the center of Europe’s deep tech corridor, we’d love to meet you